1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 595 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2319 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
