2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 38 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
