2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
