1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Familia | 440 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |