2004 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Luce |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |