1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1976 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 6 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 NSU Ro 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1976 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Luce | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
