1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 28 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
