1979 Ford Cortina vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 255 kg more than 1979 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Cortina | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | Luce |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |