1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 28 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Applause | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Applause | Luce |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |