1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 15 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
