1984 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
