1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 370 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
