1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
