1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 17 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 780 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
