2009 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 39 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 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 |