1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 840 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
