1986 Honda Integra vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Honda Integra is newer by 18 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Integra | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Integra | Luce |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |