1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (226 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
