1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Volvo 460 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 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 90 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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 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 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 110 S | 460 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1720 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
