2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 735 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
