1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 32 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 727 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
