2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 427 kg more than 1971 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 Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
