1998 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
