2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 34 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1910 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3060 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
