2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 899 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | SSR | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
