2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 407 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |