1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Volvo 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
