1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1976 Volvo 66 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 66 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
