1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 39 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 308 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 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
