1997 Honda NSX vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 29 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 220 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.
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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | Luce |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 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 | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |