1995 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 113 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, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
