1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 61 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Luce | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1990 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
