1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 630 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
