1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce

To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine A 610 1969 Mazda Luce
Make Alpine Mazda
Model A 610 Luce
Year Released 1990 1969
Engine Size 2975 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1440 mm


 

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