1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Aztek 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 770 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Luce | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
