1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 223 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Bora |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |