1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Polo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1200 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
