1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 773 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Flex |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2995 mm |
