1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 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 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 17 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 149 kg more than 1974 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
