2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
