1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 16 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 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 760 (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Volvo 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 760 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
