1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Luce |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
