1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 32 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 (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 401 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
