1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
