2009 Ford Edge vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 42 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 57 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Edge | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
