1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2614 mm |
