1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 37 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1052 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
