1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Mazda | Jeep |
Model | Luce | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2768 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |