1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
