1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane 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.
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 Renault Safrane, 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 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
