1981 Audi UR vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 8 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | UR | Luce |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
