2004 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 104 kg more than 1971 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 Honda Civic (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
