2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1973 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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
