2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 35 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
