2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 521 kg more than 1968 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
