1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 15 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
