1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taunus | Luce |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |