1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 850 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
