1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 19 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 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2859 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
