1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (134 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
