1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1975 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1975 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Beetle |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |