1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (139 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 351 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
