2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 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 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 239 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1436 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
