1993 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 305 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 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3959 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
