1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 200 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Bora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
