1975 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 227 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
