1982 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 126 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
