1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
