1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1147 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 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | Luce | Savana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5300 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3429 mm |
