2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 6 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
