1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 42 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 644 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
