1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3193 mm |
