1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Luce | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
