1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 39 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 365 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Luce | R8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5200 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
