2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 138 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Compass | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
