1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 210 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
