1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 42 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 385 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | B |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
