1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 267 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2651 mm |
