1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 695 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Luce | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
