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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 470 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
