1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 829 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Routan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3078 mm |
