1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 18 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, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 480 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
