2009 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1972 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
