1974 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Austin Marina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | Luce |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
