1986 Ford Orion vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Orion | Luce |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |