1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V40 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V40 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Volvo V40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 616 | V40 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |