1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 20 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 445 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
