1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 688 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2835 mm |
