1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
