1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 350 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
