1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo 120 (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo 120 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1973 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, 1967 Volvo 120 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 616 | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |