1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
