1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 1,802 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
