1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 36 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), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 786 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2800 mm |
