2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |