1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 15 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 59 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 580 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Sprint | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
