2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 216 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 TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
