1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 626 | 240 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |