1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
