1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
