1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | 2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
