2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 263 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
