1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 931 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2868 mm |
