1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Celica weights approximately 59 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 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
