1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1266 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3429 mm |
