1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 5 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 25 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Luce | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
