1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 86 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.
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, 1995 Honda Prelude, 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Prelude | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Luce |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |