1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Luce | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
