1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 35 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 965 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Luce | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2901 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
