1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1205 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | Luce | Q7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3002 mm |