1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | Luce |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
