1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
