1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 25 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 490 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, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
