2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
