1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 19 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
