1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 988 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2835 mm |
