2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 475 kg more than 1969 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 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
