1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
