2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 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 Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
