1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 24 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Fusca |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |