2009 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 175 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| 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 | 175 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
