1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 45 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 290 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2415 mm |
