1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Jetta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |