2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Acadia (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Acadia | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
