1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1093 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
