1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 33 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 655 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
