1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1976 Volvo 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Luce | 240 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |