2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 36 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DTS | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
