1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 310 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 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2002 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
