1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 154 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Luce | Lancer |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |