1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2010 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
