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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 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 243 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Touran |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
