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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 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. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 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 | 1999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
