2004 Kia Rio vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Rio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
