1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (176 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 532 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Luce | Escape |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |