1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 50 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 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Luce | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
