1997 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
