2004 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 306 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 Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Luce |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |