1986 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
