2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lacetti | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
