1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
