2006 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
