1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
