1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 30 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 390 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, 2000 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Luce | A6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2976 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
