1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
