1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 40 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
