1983 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
