1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 31 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
