1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Luce | 240 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2315 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
