1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 850 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
