1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
