1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 30 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 2,345 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2345 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
