1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
