1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 515 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 740 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2316 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
