2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 490 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
