1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (198 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 808 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
