1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 316 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, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
