1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 41 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 962 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2815 mm |
