1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 43 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 425 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, 2011 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | Luce | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
