2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
