1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 513 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
