1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 67 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Luce |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
