2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Five Hundred | Luce |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |