2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Envoy | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
