1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 15 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 Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
