1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1978 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 144 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
