1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 7 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | Luce |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |