1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
