1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 33 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 520 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, 2001 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Luce | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
