2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford ST 460 (178 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | ST 460 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
