2004 Honda Element vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 487 kg more than 1967 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 Element (220 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
