1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1997 Mazda Levante

To start off, both 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro and 1997 Mazda Levante were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Lotec Testa de Oro 1997 Mazda Levante
Make Lotec Mazda
Model Testa de Oro Levante
Year Released 1997 1997
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1995 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 741 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1260 kg


 

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