1967 Ford Cortina vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 375 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | Luce |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |