1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 759 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2835 mm |
