2003 Acura EL vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 120 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | EL | Luce |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |