2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 684 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
