1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 28 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 480 weights approximately 260 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, 1994 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 480 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
