1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
