1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1971 Volvo 145 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 145 weights approximately 380 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 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 145 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 145 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
