1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2512 mm |
