1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 29 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1269 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4921 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
