1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 509 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
