2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 301 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. 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 Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
