1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 40 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 180 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.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
