1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | S80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
