2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 641 kg more than 1967 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 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
