1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 449 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3983 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2838 mm |
