2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 27 kg more than 1967 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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus X | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
