1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 28 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Bora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
