1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Luce | Forte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
