1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 38 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 300 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
