1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taurus | Luce |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |