2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 38 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 383 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestar | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
