1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 44 kg more than 1970 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | Luce |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
