1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 42 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
