1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 29 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1054 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
