1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 794 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2639 mm |
