1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 540 kg more than 1967 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
