1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
