1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 638 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2774 mm |
