2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 5 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 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 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 |
