1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 38 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. Both 1968 Mazda Luce and 2006 MG TF are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 130 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, 2006 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Luce | TF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
