1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 460 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Familia | 460 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |