1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 490 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.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Luce | Aurora |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |