1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 41 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 111 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
