1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 24 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 555 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
