1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 144 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
