1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 19 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 130 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 1969 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
