1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 929 | 480 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |