2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 294 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2590 mm |
