1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 33 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 732 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2433 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
