1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 24 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 335 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Kappa | Luce |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |