1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
