1979 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Audi 100.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | 100 | Luce |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |