1985 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
