1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 44 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 238 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |