1985 Audi 80 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Audi 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Luce (70 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Luce weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 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, 1967 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 80 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
