1987 Ford Probe vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe is newer by 15 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
