1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 659 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
