1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 374 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.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
