1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
