1972 Ford Torino vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 1 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 600 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, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | Luce |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
