1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 21 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 1,731 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 410 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1731 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2560 mm |
