1980 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 178 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
