1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1990 Volvo 480 is newer by 20 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 480 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
