1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 39 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 642 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 84 L |