1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 31 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 265 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Luce | Prowler |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 46 L |