1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 260 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Luce | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |