1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (116 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 110 S | 740 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
