1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1436 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 XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2860 mm |
