1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 8 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 66 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
