1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 28 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 244 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
