1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Luce | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1254 kg |
