2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is newer by 32 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser weights approximately 504 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, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (271 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
