1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (263 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
