1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 44 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 823 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
