2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Transit Connect | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
