1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
