1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Luce | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1174 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
