1997 Lexus ES vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Lexus ES 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus ES weights approximately 470 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, 1997 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus ES | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | ES | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
