1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 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, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
