1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 40 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 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 287 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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | C30 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2519 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
