1989 Ford Corsair vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
