2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 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 Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestyle | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
