1991 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
