2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 370 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 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
