1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda 626 | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 626 | 440 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |