1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 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 Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
