1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
