1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
