2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B3000 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
