1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1997 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (157 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 940 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
