1996 Audi S6 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 610 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
