1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 365 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
