1985 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
