1980 Audi UR vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 7 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, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Audi UR.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | UR | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
