2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
