1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 45 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), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 702 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
