1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 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 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 125 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
