1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1976 Volvo 343
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1976 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
