1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 43 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 670 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Familia | V50 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |