1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 351 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 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | GTI |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |