1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 23 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | S-10 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
