1986 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
