2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 910 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Nitro | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |