1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
