1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V90 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
