1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Luce |
Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |