1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 38 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 969 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2815 mm |
