2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 927 kg more than 1970 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2510 mm |
