1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1976 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, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
