1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 38 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), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1220 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | T5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
