1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 207 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 343 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
