2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 573 kg more than 1974 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
