1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 344 kg more than 1973 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
