2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 306 kg more than 1971 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
