1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 18 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 510 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
