1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
