2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 211 kg more than 1967 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 Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Malibu | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
