1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 32 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (136 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 449 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
