1963 Ford Consul vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 473 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
