1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 28 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 397 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Luce | 850 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |