1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 13 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 256 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 460 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
