1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 490 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Luce | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |