1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 495 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Mazda | Lexus |
Model | Luce | IS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |