2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DTS | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
