1967 Mazda Luce vs. 1981 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Luce (70 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Luce weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mazda Luce | 1981 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |