1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 116 kg more than 1970 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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
