2004 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 31 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 273 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, 2004 Ford Escape (272 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
