1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | AZ-1 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
