1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Luce | Forester |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |