1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 301 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 1969 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | Luce | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
