1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 39 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 829 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
