1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 959 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |