1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 354 kg more than 1967 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, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Fairlane | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fairlane | Luce |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |