1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1969 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2590 mm |
