1985 Ford Orion vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Ford Orion is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
