1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 40 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Luce | R8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4200 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
