1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 42 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1286 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | Luce | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2916 mm |
