1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 514 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Altima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
