1984 Volvo 760 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (153 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
Because 1984 Volvo 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volvo 760 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | 760 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
