2003 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
