1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 9 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) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
