2000 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 50 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 Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |