2007 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 37 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 183 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
