1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 722 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 Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Sharan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2919 mm |