1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 27 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 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | W12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
