1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 40 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 790 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Luce | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |