1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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, 2005 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 107 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Luce | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1167 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |