1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra 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. Both 1968 Mazda Luce and 2009 Saturn Astra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Astra (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 220 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Luce | Astra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
