1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Luce | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 996 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |
