1966 Volvo 144 vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144.
Because 1966 Volvo 144 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Volvo 144. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Volvo 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volvo 144 | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | 144 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
