2005 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 158 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
