2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Ford C-MAX is newer by 36 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, 2004 Ford C-MAX (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 314 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, 2004 Ford C-MAX (160 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | C-MAX | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
