2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
