1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fairlane | Luce |
Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |