1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
