1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 577 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Luce | Mustang |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |