1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
