2008 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
