1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 520 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Luce | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2930 mm |