1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 40 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), 2012 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 304 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, 2012 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Luce | Optima |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2797 mm |