1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
