1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 630 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Luce | V70 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |