1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Titan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
