2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1412 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
