1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 818 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
