1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 422 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |