1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 15 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 150 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, 1983 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Model F |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |