1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream 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.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Luce | Stream |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |