1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 2 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 870 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | Luce |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
