1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 940 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Luce | SRX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
