1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 368 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
