1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 34 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo V50 (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
