1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
