1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 841 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Routan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3078 mm |
