1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 43 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 391 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | C30 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
