1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | Luce |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |