1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 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 |
