1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
