1995 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
