1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2835 mm |
