2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 39 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 423 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Lumina | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |