1992 Mazda 626 vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1992 Mazda 626 and 1992 Volvo 480 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
