2000 Mazda 626 vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
