1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1978 Nissan Skyline is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 40 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Skyline (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Skyline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |