2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 38 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 590 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
