1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R-100 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
