1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental is newer by 27 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Continental | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
