1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | C70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
