1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 38 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 1 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
