1998 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,225 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
