1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 14 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
