1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
