1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
