2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 700 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Equinox | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
