1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 12 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 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 190 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
