2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1972 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
