1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 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 Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
