1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 115 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
