1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
