1998 Kia Potentia vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 415 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, 1998 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Potentia | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Potentia | Luce |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |