2008 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 335 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, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.

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2008 Audi A4 1970 Mazda Luce
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 Luce
Year Released 2008 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2510 mm