1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
