1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 35 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
