1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 37 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
