1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 626 | V50 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |