1999 GMC Safari vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 895 kg more than 1968 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Safari | Luce |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |