1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1503 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3670 mm |
