2008 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 192 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Luce |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |