1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 164 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 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, 1974 Volvo 164 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
