1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taunus | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
