1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
