2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 38 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 132 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
