1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 25 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2502 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | Luce | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
