1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 663 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 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2858 mm |
