2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 32 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 696 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
