1994 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | Luce |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |