1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 31 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 350 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | Mazda | Lexus |
Model | Luce | IS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |