1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 893 kg more than 1971 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 Jeep Commander (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | Luce | Commander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
