1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 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 Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
