2007 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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 3,121 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
