1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 36 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1052 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Routan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3796 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3080 mm |