1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 616 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
