1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 500 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 Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
