1996 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
