1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1210 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 Volkswagen T5 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | T5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
