2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
