1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, both 1968 Datsun 1800 and 1968 Mazda Luce were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 184 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Datsun 1800 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Datsun | Mazda |
Model | 1800 | Luce |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |