1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 779 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
