2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 32 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
