1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 960 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2922 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
