1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 22 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 150 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | V6 | Luce |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |