1991 Audi S2 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 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 S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S2 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
