1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
