1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 33 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 609 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60, 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
