1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volvo 240 (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 240 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2315 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
