1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
