1981 Ford Granada vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 14 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | Luce |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |