1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 270 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
