2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 38 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
