1989 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
