2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 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 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Aviator | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
