1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 144 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 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Luce | Forte |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |