1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 25 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 340 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS2 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
