1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2820 mm |
