2005 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
