1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Volvo 460
To start off, 1994 Volvo 460 is newer by 7 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 460 (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Volvo 460.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1994 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 929 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
