1990 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 229 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Luce |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |