1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 18 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1986 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Luce | 6000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |