2004 Kia Retona vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 34 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
