1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 850 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
