1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
