1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1971 Volvo 140 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
