1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 778 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Luce | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3078 mm |
