1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1060 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 | 60 L |
