1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 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 C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2648 mm |
