1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 65 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Luce | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
