1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 501 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Luce | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
