1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 22 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 494 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
