2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-150 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
