1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2480 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
