1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Honda 1300 is newer by 1 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | Luce |
Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2590 mm |