1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
