2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 614 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Escalade | Luce |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |