1986 Ford Orion vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 14 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | Luce |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
