1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 22 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 480 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
