1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 260 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
