1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 7 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
