2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 492 kg more than 1971 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
