1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 127 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
