2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 211 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 Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2510 mm |
