1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 41 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 500 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Armada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
