1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929.
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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
