1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 372 kg more than 1969 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
