1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 936 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
