1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
