1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |