1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Vega | Luce |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
