2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 34 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 104 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.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
