1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 15 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Polo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |