2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
