2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 723 kg more than 1972 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 Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
