1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 459 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
