2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | LS | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
