1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
