2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1974 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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Q7 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
