1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 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, 1984 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Granada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
