1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 33 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 686 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
