1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Luce | P4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
