1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 29 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Lantra | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
