1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1008 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 XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2774 mm |
