1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 33 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 535 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
