2009 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 253 kg more than 1971 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 Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |