2004 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
