2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 37 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Kalos | Luce |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |