1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Luce |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |