1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 24 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 136 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra.
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, 1992 Honda Integra, 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, 1992 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Luce | Integra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
