2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
