1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Volvo 240 is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 240 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 240 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 | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 110 S | 240 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
