1999 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Audi A4 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
