1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 523 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Luce | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
