1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Touran |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |