1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 398 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
