1986 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 13 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 124 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
