1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 43 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 525 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5408 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3505 mm |
