1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (155 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 348 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MPV | 740 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
