1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. 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 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
