1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 90 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
