1996 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, both 1996 Mazda Familia and 1996 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1996 Mazda Familia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1996 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mazda Familia | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Familia | S40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 75.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |