1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 35 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 115 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Polo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |