1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 44 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 140 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Mazda | Dacia |
Model | Luce | Duster |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2673 mm |