1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volvo 740 (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
