1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 785 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Espace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
