2000 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |