1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 38 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 260 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Luce | Carens |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1793 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |