1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 38 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 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 119 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Luce | Touran |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |