2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 578 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
