2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 39 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus X (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
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2009 Ford Taurus X | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taurus X | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 259 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |