1981 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
