1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
