1995 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
