1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1976 Volvo 343
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 160 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, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1976 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
