2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2510 mm |
