1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina is newer by 36 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 195 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Caldina |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |