2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
