1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 425 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | Luce |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |