1984 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 105 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, 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, 1984 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Luce |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |