1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Luce | 164 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |