2004 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 197 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
