1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 30 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | Luce | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |