2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1270 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
