1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
