1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 132 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Luce | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
