1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 28 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 650 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
