1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
