1990 Mazda 929 vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 164 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 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, 1974 Volvo 164 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 929 | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 929 | 164 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |