1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
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, 1989 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
