1990 Ford Probe vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Ford Probe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
