1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 419 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
