2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
