1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 616 | XC70 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 209 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 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |