1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 746 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Luce |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
