1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
