1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 912 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2835 mm |
