1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |