1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Camry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |