1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 155 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
