1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Montrose. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1979 Mazda Montrose has manual transmission. 1979 Mazda Montrose will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Mazda Montrose | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Montrose | X670 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2815 mm |