1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 550 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
