2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1973 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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2590 mm |
