1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 1987 Volvo 480 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 480 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 616 | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 616 | 480 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |